Dental Team – Rochester, MN
Our Dedicated, Friendly Staff
It takes a lot of people to keep a dental office running smoothly and on time while making sure every patient feels like they’re being treated like an individual. On this page, you can learn some of the names behind the team members who work alongside Dr. Brong to help Rochester patients attain their best smiles. Read the brief biographies below before scheduling an appointment with us; we can’t wait to get acquainted with you in person!
Michelle, Office Manager/Front Desk
Born and raised in Zumbrota, Michelle feels the best thing about her job is meeting new people and working with patients to help them achieve their best oral health. Working alongside an incredible team of amazing people is also quite fulfilling. She learned everything she knows on the job, and she worked at Mayo Clinic as a Financial Representative for over a decade before moving to the dental world.
Outside of the office, Michelle is married and enjoys spending time with her stepsons and her grandchildren. Her family also owns a body shop in Lake City, and they’ve been in business for over 10 years. Her hobbies include boating, snowmobiling, fishing, going to the Camper on Mille Lac, and going side-by-side riding with friends.
Sinde, Dental Assistant
Sinde has been part of the world of dentistry for nearly four full decades and she remains just as passionate as the day she started. Originally from Elgin, MN, she attended Rochester Vocational and Technical School to earn her license and certification in dental assisting. She is also CPR certified and regularly pursues continuing education courses to refine her expertise and skills. The best part of her job: working alongside a great team while helping amazing patients maintain and improve their dental health.
Away from the office, Sinde spends her time with her husband and their two grown children. When she isn’t hanging out with friends and family, she enjoys going on walks, reading, and volunteering for many hours every week. One interesting fact about her: she grew up on a farm near Viola, MN, and still helps her brother with farming whenever she has the chance.
Julie R., Dental Hygienist
A native of Rochester, Julie has been working in the dental field for a little over half a decade. She studied at the University of Minnesota, earning her Bachelor’s degree in Science of Dental Hygiene and her certification in Restorative Functions. Her favorite thing about her work is helping patients live healthier and happier lives by improving their smiles.
Away from the office, Julie and her husband love traveling to places together, typically taking 4-5 vacations per year, going in and out of the States. Their most recent hobby is golfing, and she also has a passion for cooking and entertainment. One interesting thing about her: she speaks both English and Vietnamese!
Courtney S., Dental Hygienist
Originally from Preston, Courtney chose to pursue her studies at Minnesota State University. In addition to having more than five years of experience in the world of dentistry, she is certified in local anesthesia, nitrous oxide, restorative functions, and dental lasers! For her, the best thing about being a dental hygienist is helping patients feel confident about their smiles while educating them on how to keep their teeth healthy.
Courtney’s hobbies include cooking, baking, watching movies, planting flowers, cheering on the Minnesota Vikings, and, of course, spending time with loved ones. Here’s a fun fact about her: she graduated high school with a class of 28 students!
